Debby
Debby: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Debby
- A diminutive of the female given name Deborah.
Etymology
From Deborah + -y.
How popular is Debby?
Since 1880, 9,697 girls in the U.S. have been named Debby. Its highest rank for girls was #309 in 1959. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Debby FAQ
What does the name Debby mean?
A diminutive of the female given name Deborah. From Deborah + -y.
How popular is the name Debby?
Since 1880, 9,697 girls in the U.S. have been named Debby. Its highest rank for girls was #309 in 1959. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Debby a boy or girl name?
Debby is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 9,697 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.